Here we are at the end of October, quickly approaching Halloween! I hope all your goblin and ghostly projects are ready for the trick-or-treaters.
It was such a pleasure to have “A Man in the Quilt Shop” with us this month. Great Trunk Show by Ken. Ken Casey shared some great quilting tricks and tips during his presentation and Monday afternoon session at Coco’s Prescott Quilt Works and again on Tuesday while teaching his class on Flying Geese. It was a treat to have him in the Prescott area, and we hope he visits again soon!
November Program & Workshop
As things sometimes go in our busy lives, our November speaker is unable to join us. Fortunately, our own Joy Swartz has graciously stepped in to present a wonderful program on Patriotic Quilts from her personal collection — many dating back to the 1800s. You won’t want to miss this incredible display of history and craftsmanship!
For our Tuesday workshop, Shirley Smith will be teaching a full-day class on the Chandelier Quilt pattern. This is a fantastic opportunity to put your scraps to good use and reduce that ever-growing fabric collection.
Opportunity Quilt Committee
I’m pleased to announce that we now have a wonderful group of ladies working together to select the quilt pattern and fabrics for next year’s Quilt Show Opportunity Quilt. Once the final design is chosen, we’ll be asking for additional volunteers to help assemble the blocks.
Thank you all in advance for your help with this important project — it’s one of the key fundraisers that supports our guild and its programs for years to come.
Recognizing Our Ways and Means Team
First and foremost, I’d like to express our sincere appreciation to Liz Hart, our outgoing Ways and Means Chair, for her years of dedicated volunteer service to the guild.
To help share the workload, we now have three energetic new members taking on this important role: Gerry Carr, Carol Grimes, and Lydia Figueroa. They’ll be focusing on fundraising and marketing for our guild and have already started brainstorming creative new ideas!
Please take a moment to stop by and share your own fundraising suggestions with them. If you’ve belonged to other guilds that had successful money-raising activities, we’d love to hear about them. We’ll continue with some of our “tried and true” favorites, but we’re also excited to explore fresh, new opportunities.
And remember — if you have items or projects that no longer bring you JOY, consider donating them to our Silent Auction. One quilter’s stash is another’s treasure, and someone will love finishing it with joy and inspiration.
In Closing
Thank you all for your enthusiasm, creativity, and generosity. It’s what keeps our guild strong and connected.
I look forward to seeing everyone in November — until then, keep quilting, keep creating, and enjoy this beautiful fall season!
Warmly, Jamie Davis, President
membership
Welcome New Members!
We’re excited to extend a warm welcome to four wonderful new members who have joined our quilting community: Marylou Barrows, Dolores Baker, Heather McCafferty, and Rosa Amos!
Whether you’re a seasoned quilter or just getting started, we’re so glad to have you with us. Each new member brings fresh energy, creativity, and perspective to our group — and we can’t wait to see what you stitch up!
Be sure to introduce yourself at the next meeting and help make our newest members feel right at home. Welcome, Marylou, Dolores, Heather, and Rosa — we’re thrilled you’re here!
Our guild now has 163 members!
Membership team – Dawnell Muecke, Alicia Czuzak, Shelli Leffert
hostesses
If you cannot attend the meeting when it is your turn to hostess by bringing a treat, please arrange to trade with someone. Plan to arrive early to set up and stay late for clean up.
November hostesses are Georgia Lindsey, Elizabeth Phinder, Judith Ritner, Barb Saia, Deborah Salazar, Pauline Saskowsky, Vickie Sawyer, Kathleen Semerau, Judy Sloan, Angela Smith, Shirlee Smith, Barbara Sweeney, and Carolyn Wright.
birthdays
celebrants – When it’s your birthday month, bring a wrapped gift suitable for a quilter, something you would like to receive, with a value of at least $10
Happy November Birthday to Michelle Anderson, Susan Henry, Mary Quindry, Laura Stone, Erin Sullivan, Shelley Graham, Donna Hickish, Deb Bondi, Marylou Barrows, and Chris McGrew.
community service
Handmade Hugs
In October the following donations have been made: Yavapai Birthing Center (31 burp cloths, 12 receiving blankets) PV Nursing and Rehab Center (10 quilts)
The next meeting of Handmade Hugs will be on November 1, 2025 at 9:00 AM at the Stoneridge Community Center. We will be working with the Prescott High School National Honor Society to make no-sew blankets for donation.
It’s hard to believe we’re already leaving the hot summer behind and moving into fall. That means it’s quilting season as we ramp up for the holidays—Halloween, Thanksgiving, and soon Christmas. By now, all those gift projects should be well underway! And if you love snuggling under a quilt, this is the perfect time to bring them out and enjoy their warmth.
A big shout-out to Jennifer Wagner for her inspiring trunk show and two fantastic class presentations. On Monday afternoon she showed us how coloring patterns ahead of time opens up so many layout options—who knew there could be so many! Tuesday’s class was equally amazing, teaching us how to make Mini Moons without visible stitching on the circles. Jennifer, along with her mother Pam, brought a wide variety of patterns and unique shopping items that aren’t always available in our small community. Her enthusiasm was contagious!
I’d also like to remind you about the wonderful lineup of presenters and classes we have planned this year. Please take advantage of them! The cost is so reasonable—many of these same classes would be in the hundreds of dollars elsewhere.
In October, we look forward to Ken Casey’s program, “There is a Man in the Quilt Shop.” He’ll also lead a half-day class on Monday afternoon at Coco’s Prescott Quilt Store, focusing on fabric coordination and color. Then, on Tuesday, he’ll teach “Which Way Did They Go?”—a helpful workshop for anyone who struggles with Flying Geese.
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Recognizing Our Newcomers Team
Did you know it takes a village of dedicated volunteers to keep our guild running smoothly? This month, I’d like to recognize our Newcomers Team. If you’d like to help or volunteer in this area, you’ll find it’s a fun, welcoming place to get involved.
If you’re new to the Thumb Butte Quilters Guild—or even if you’re not but would like to meet new friends—this group is for you. They meet in a smaller, more intimate setting with both new and longtime members, making it easier to feel comfortable before stepping into the larger guild meetings. You’ll share your passion for quilting, enjoy fun projects, and even take field trips to fabric shops outside the area.
Last year, Mary Ellen Coe and Georgia Lindsay took over as leaders. They enjoyed it so much that they’ve returned this year to continue. Both are talented quilters with a genuine passion for welcoming others and helping them connect with the guild. Please give them a warm thank-you for their love and dedication to our Newcomers!
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Opportunity Quilt Committee
Our guild is still in need of a committee for the Opportunity Quilt. One wonderful member from the Newcomers Group has volunteered, but we need several more to help brainstorm ideas, select a pattern, and sew blocks. The Quilt Show is right around the corner, so we need to begin soon in order to complete and market the quilt. This project is one of our largest fundraisers and plays a vital role in supporting the guild’s budget, allowing us to bring in excellent speakers.
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Food for Thought
I’ll leave you with a short story:
“That’s Not My Job” – Author Unknown
This is a story about four people named Everybody, Somebody, Anybody, and Nobody. There was an important job to be done, and Everybody was sure that Somebody would do it. Anybody could have done it, but Nobody did. Somebody got upset because it was Everybody’s job. Everybody thought Anybody could do it, but Nobody realized that Everybody wouldn’t. In the end, Everybody blamed Somebody when Nobody did what Anybody could have done.
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As we look forward, let’s approach our Opportunity Quilt with gratitude and appreciation for the volunteers who make it possible. Let’s make sure it doesn’t become a case of “That’s Not My Job.” Please join me in forming a small, dedicated group of quilters to bring this project to life.
Happy sewing–and happy gifting!
Jamie Davis, President
membership
Welcome New Members! The Thumb Butte Quilters Guild is thrilled to extend a heartfelt welcome to our newest members: Terri Cause, Dede Erceg, Deb Bondi, Patty Brown, Genny Kerutis, and Chris McGrew. We’re so excited to have you join our creative community and look forward to the inspiration and energy you’ll bring to our guild!
Our September meeting was buzzing with activity, as we proudly hosted 11 visitors and celebrated reaching a total of 159 members. The quilting spirit is alive and thriving—thank you all for being part of it!
Alicia, Shelli & Dawnell, Membership Team
hostesses
If you cannot attend the meeting when it is your turn to hostess by bringing a treat, please arrange to trade with someone. Plan to arrive early to set up and stay late for clean up.
October hostesses are: Kristy Nichols, Sally Plummer, Joan Powers, Mary Quindry, Annette Raithel, Ann Ramsey, Lynda Royce and Carol Wright.
BIRTHDAYS
celebrants – When it’s your birthday month, bring a wrapped gift suitable for a quilter, something you would like to receive, with a value of at least $10
Happy October Birthday to Sandy Mitchell, Martha Ferriera, Anne Marston, Sheryl McLain, Debby Casali, Stephanie Fullerton, Judith Dobke, Faith Chaney, Arleen Morris, Lorraine Owen, Mary Vaughan, Janet Friedrich, C0nnie Sieh, Gerry Carr, Carolyn Edwards and Sally Plummer.
community service
Adult Center Display
The new display of quilts has been hung at the Adult Center. They feature two of our talented members, Mary Ellen Coe and Olivia Turnham. These beautiful quilts are featuring several different quilting techniques including appliqué, paper piecing, thread painting, stained glass, scraps, hand and machine appliqué. This is a pleasing way to share the wonderful world of quilting with the Prescott-area community. While I was taking the pictures for the website, several people stopped me to ask questions about them. Maybe when you visit, you can answer some questions too!
Maryann Conner, Chair
“Blue Geometric” by Mary Ellen Coe
Although looking complicated, this quilt is a group of panels designed by the amazing Angela Walters. The key to
this is the dense and fun quilting. Mary Ellen joined an online quilting challenge and learned so much.
“Civil War” by Olivia Turnham
This pattern was found in the book “Civil War Sampler.” Famous women of the time designed the blocks.
“Red & White” by Olivia Turnham
This quilt was made with scraps from holiday tree skirts.
“Sail Away Albatross” by Mary Ellen Coe
This was Mary Ellen’s first foray into paper piecing. She picked her favorite Legit Kit design. She added the
albatross because…well, who doesn’t love a bird that sails the skies for 2 years at a time and mates for life”
“Hummingbird Stained Glass” by Mary Ellen Coe
Mary Ellen always loved Stained Glass, probably starting as a child in church, watching the sun stream through the
glorious colors. She taught a class on making a stained glass quilt and with some demo leftovers, she designed this
fun quilt with a hummingbird as the center focus—hummingbirds, with their own glorious colors!
“Poppies” by Mary Ellen Coe
Although in Vietnam (not WWII) Mary Ellen’s dad was a POW for almost 7 years. She always loved poppies and the
representation of our remembrance of those who so selflessly served. She found the background in a fat quarter
bundle and it was just perfect. She tried her hand at ‘thread painting’ with this, as well as 3-dimensional poppy
flowers. It typically hangs in her quilt studio.
“Sun Bonnet Sue” by Olivia Turnham
The blocks in this quilt were made by Olivia’s mother-in-law more than 50 years ago. Olivia put them together in
this wonderful heirloom quilt.
“Dinosaur” by Olivia Turnham
Olivia saw this quilt in the Quiltique quilt shop in Las Vegas. She knew then that she just had to make it.
“Lone Star” by Olivia Turnham
Olivia made this quilt for her brother in 1993. Unfortunately, he passed away before it was gifted. This is one of
Olivia’s earlier quilts.
“Orange Onion” by Mary Ellen Coe
This was from a pattern by Karla Alexander called “Blue Onion” and might be an all-time favorite pattern. She has
made it in several color/pattern motifs. It combines two fabric lines and features a flange (a small strip of fabric
inserted between two pieces) stitched into most of the blocks.
Handmade Hugs
September 2025
In September the following donations have been made:
Yavapai Birthing Center (60 burp cloths, 31 receiving blankets)
Prescott Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation Center (4 lap blankets)
The next meeting of Handmade Hugs will be on October 4, 2025 at 9:00 AM at the Stoneridge Community Center.
Photos from the September workshop:
Sheryl Goddard, Handmade Hugs Co-Chair
company store
BOO!! Happy Fall to Thumb Butte Quilters’ Guild!! I wanted you all to be aware that all fabric being sold at The Company Store is $2 per yard which means fat quarters are $.50 and ½ yards are $1.00 and all other measurements accordingly. Also, January will be the next time we have a $5 bag sale and I will be announcing that again as January draws closer.
THANK YOU SO SO MUCH for giving so very much to The Company Store!!! Your participation does NOT go unnoticed and we are so very grateful for each and every purchase!!!
You are all supporting TBQ in a grand way every single month!!!!
Pam Jones, Chair
RETREAT-LITE
RETREAT LITE IS FULL ~ WAITLIST STILL AVAILABLE!
Wow! What a terrific response to sign-ups this past month for our upcoming RETREAT LITE scheduled for Monday, October 20th and Tuesday, October 21st. We filled all 24 openings in one meeting’s time!! We always like to have a few extra names on the waitlist however, as things do come up from time to time and maybe an opening will come about. If you’d like to be on the waitlist for the retreat, please see Dana Swain at the Secretary Table at the October general meeting. If you have any questions, please get in touch with Dana Swain.
For those of you who were successful in signing up, watch for an email coming from me in October with the nitty-gritty details for this retreat.
Dana Swain, Co-Chair
NEWCOMERS
welve members attended our September gathering. We made Badge Holders and had a blast. We will meet in October at Coco’s Prescott Quilt Works again!
October Gathering Tuesday, October 21 9 am to Noon Origami Bag (requirements below)
Mark your calendars and let us know if you will be there.
Please bring a show-n-tell, Membership Dictionary, 8-1/2” blocks for this year’s small quilt, sewing machines and related items, fabric, ribbon/cording, and your wondrous selves!
Requirements: Sewing Machine, ready to run Pins, Scissors, Ruler Rotary
Two complimentary Fat Quarters (Can be holiday-themed, general gift, birthday, child-themed, etc)
You might want to bring 4 FQ’s and make one for you, one for the Marketplace!
Ribbon or cording that compliments the FQ’s you have chosen
This year’s “Small Quilt Auction” Quilt:
We are making a 56-block quilt that will be in a color-wash layout. The blocks are 8-1/2” (unfinished), with a center stripe-set that is 4-1/2” x 8-1/2” with black strips on both sides (2-1/2” x 8-1/2”). We will provide the black strips. If you would like to participate, please let us know. The more, the merrier!
I am delighted to serve as the new President of the Thumb Butte Quilters Guild. Since the baton was passed to me by our multi-talented Coco, I knew I would have a tough act to follow.
A special thanks goes out to Shirlee Smith, a very talented TBQG member who shared her amazing quilts with us last month in August. What a wonderful beginning to our 2025-2026 year.
I want to extend my gratitude to those who have volunteered for Executive positions two years in a row:Deb Johnson, Vice President, andDana Swain, Secretary. I also warmly welcome our new Executive Committee members:Judith Dobke, Treasurer, andJeanne Corrigan, Co-Secretary.
Of course, our committee leadership extends far beyond these positions:
Community Service: Sheryl Goddard (1st year as Chair) and Kristine White (2nd year as Co-Chair) will be leading ourHandmade Hugs program.
Membership/Hospitality: Continuing their dedicated service are Dawnell Muecke, Alicia Czuzak, and Shelli Leffert.
Ways and Means: We are excited to welcome new volunteers Gerry Carr, Carol Grimes, and Lydia Figueroa, who will focus on fundraising in this non–Quilt Show year.
Web Team: Carol Wright and Yvonne Blitch, who have given many years of service, keep our website current, maintain our history, and send out reminders and communications.
Workshops: Kathleen Bond has worked tirelessly for many years to ensure affordable, high-quality workshops are available for our members (and sometimes neighboring guilds). Workshops remain only $35—an incredible value. I encourage everyone to take advantage of these opportunities.
How do we begin to thank those who give of themselves so freely? Sometimes a simplehello andthank you go a long way. I truly believe in the power of “Paying It Forward.” And giving generously of your time to make this a fabulous Guild.
As the year progresses, I will be highlighting the many positions that keep Thumb Butte Quilters Guild running smoothly. This month, I’d like to shine a light on ourCompany Store.
Company Store.
The Company Store is a wonderful example of teamwork behind the scenes. A dedicated group of volunteers works together to provide members with an affordable shopping experience.
All items—fabrics, notions, and more—are donated by members and friends who no longer need them or whose “stash” has simply grown too large. (Please remember that donations must be clean and stored in a clean environment before they are given to the store.)
Donated items are sorted by color, theme, or uniqueness, then priced and stored. Some items are passed along to the Marketplace to be crafted into items for sale, while others go to Handmade Hugs to become burp cloths, receiving blankets, or lap quilts. Also, items are contributed to Birthday Raffle, Quilt Retreat and small Quilt Auction. Most, however, are offered directly to our members at drastically reduced prices, helping us all enhance our God-given talents in quilting, sewing, and crafting.
It starts a day or two before our meeting. Vehicles are loaded up from storage into vehicles in preparation for our meeting. Around 8:15-8:30 a.m. on Guild meeting mornings the truck, trailer, and SUV’s pull into the Elks parking lot. The Company Store team is usually among the first to arrive. They unload boxes, organize items, and set up displays to make shopping enjoyable for everyone. Lending a hand unloading would be most appreciated, one simple way is to carry a box to the back tables as you sign in—it makes setup much quicker and allows shopping to begin sooner! At the end of the meeting, if you could help take a box or two back to the vehicles parked out front, it would be greatly appreciated too. Many hands make light work!
Special thanks to Our Company Store volunteers
Pam Jones – Since 1999 Pam has volunteered with company store, minus a few years as Newcomers Lead, Vice President 2000-2001.
Carol Brownlow – over many years
Lorraine Owens – Has volunteered about 10 years in Company Store, Lorraine has also been a Lady in Waiting and always volunteered in many capacities.
Cathy Day – serving since 2018, a major role player in Marketplace at the Quilt Show and now in her 2nd year at volunteering in the store
Pat Noel–Has been hauling boxes in her truck for at least 5 years, volunteered in Ways and Means for 1 years, Show and Tell for 2 years and was Chair for Quilt show in 2025.
If you would like to join this group of amazing volunteers—or if you’d like to be mentored for a role in 2026–2027—please contact one of the committee members or let me know directly.
Let’s make this a year ofcommunity service, creativity, and connection.
Happy sewing—and thank you for giving a part of yourself to others!
Warmly, Jamie Davis, President
hostesses
If you cannot attend the meeting when it is your turn to hostess by bringing a treat, please arrange to trade with someone. Plan to arrive early to set up and stay late for clean up.
September hostesses are Karen Adams, Claire Bell, Yvonne Blitch, Kathleen Bond, Donna Hickish, Wendy Morring, Arlene Morris, Linda Morriston, Dawnell Muecke, Pat Noel, Kathy Oppelt, Lorraine Owens, Sue Parks, and Kare Parsons.
BIRTHDAYS
celebrants – When it’s your birthday month, bring a wrapped gift suitable for a quilter, something you would like to receive, with a value of at least $10
Happy September Birthday to Nancy Lande, Trish Charity, Barbara Merkel, Chris Sommerfelt, Linda Royce, Terry Grenier, Kristine White, Jessica Bodnick, Sheryl Goddard, and Liz Hart.
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Handmade Hugs
In August the following donations have been made:
Yavapai Birthing Center (25 burp cloths, 12 receiving blankets)
PV Rehab Center (8 quilts)
Walking with Moms in Need (1 baby quilt)
The next meeting of Handmade Hugs will be on September 6, 2025 at 9:00 AM at the Stoneridge Community Center.
Sheryl Goddard, Co-Chair
retreat-lite
It’s Time to Retreat Again!
If gathering to work on your quilting projects with other Guild members in a smaller setting is what you’d like to do, don’t miss your chance to sign up for our upcoming “RETREAT LITE” program at the September and October General Membership meetings. Registrations will be collected on a first come (paid), first served basis. We have space for twenty-four sewists, so come prepared with your check payable to TBQG for $15.00. Here are the nitty-gritty details:
WHO: All members of TBQ guild are invited to sit-and-sew together.
WHAT: Two days of sewing, creating, starting, finishing, and sharing in a retreat setting.
WHEN: Monday, October 20th from 8:00 to 5:00 and Tuesday, October 21st, from 8:00 to 4:00.
WHERE: Trinity Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall located at 630 Park Avenue in Prescott.
WHY: Just an opportunity to get together and work on projects, build or start new friendships, and generally enjoy our shared craft.
HOW: This is a “LITE” RETREAT which means that we will provide you with a place to sew with your fellow guild members. Each table seats two sewists and has a surge protector for your machines. We will provide centralized cutting tables with tools as well as ironing stations with irons and spray starch. All attendees will need to provide their own meal and drink for the two days. There is a full kitchen in our workspace for your convenience. We encourage you to bring a snack to share.
Jamie is traveling out of the country, so there will be no President’s Message this time. Thanks for understanding.
membership
Hi everyone!
We are off to the new year and have 4 new members who joined in July. Please welcome, Julie McMammon, Jennifer Mees, Juliann Rogers and Karen Halverson to TBQ.
I hope everyone who attended the meeting was able to collect their new directory. Please take a few minutes to look at your information to be sure it’s correct. If not, just come see Membership at the next meeting to correct it by filling out a change form. In addition, you will see that in most cases your hostess month has been bumped up by one month. This means if you had hostess duty in May, you will now be in June. I wanted to be sure any party hostess has 5 years before being ‘elected’ to be on party duty! (You’re welcome!)
If you have not yet picked up your directory, please do so at one of the next few meetings.
We currently have 145 members!
See you in August!!
Dawnell, Alicia and Shelli – Membership Team
hostesses
If you cannot attend the meeting when it is your turn to be a hostess by bringing a treat, please arrange to trade with someone. Plan to arrive early for setup and stay late for cleanup.
August 2025 hostesses are Dianna Dunn, Dani Lerberg, Fran Leslie, Susan Lewis, Anne Marston, Patty McClearn, Sheryl McLain, Barbara Merkel, Pam Miller, Sandy Mitchell, Holly Purdom, and Mary Vaughan.
birthdays
celebrants – When it’s your birthday month, bring a wrapped gift suitable for a quilter, something you would like to receive, with a value of at least $10
Happy August birthdays to Kathleen Semerau, Shirlee Smith, Lola Dyroy, Nancy Stewart, Dana Swain, Carolyn Wright, Linda Morriston, Lorin Franco, Molly Haney-Burleigh, Vickie Sawyer, Joy Swartz, Georgia Lindsey, Kristy Nichols, Maria Williams, Holly Purdom, Jeanie Braheme, Joan Powers, and Patty McClearn.
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Adult Center Quilt Display
The theme for our display of quilts at the Adult Center is Encore since they were all part of the wonderful TBQ Quilt Show. The show this year was stunning–so many beautiful quilts with all kinds of techniques on display.
The talented members whose quilts are on display are: Carrie Casto, Martha Ferreira, Shirley Fox, Carol Grimes, Sheryl McLean, Lorraine Owen, Elizabeth Phinder, Barbara Stein and Sheryl Townsend. A big thank you to these ladies for sharing their quilts with the Prescott area community.
If you have time, stop by the Prescott Adult Center on Rosser St. and bring family and friends to see our mini quilt show in the main lobby.
Maryann Conner, Adult Center Chair
“Star of the West” by Shirley Fox
Shirley made this quilt for her western Prescott home. The choice of colors makes this quilt stunning.
“Star Bright” by Sheryl Townsend
This was Sheryl’s first and last paper-pieced pattern which started in a class she took. She finished it
about 3 years later after moving across the country to a new state.
“Pin Cushion Collage” by Sheryl McLean
Sheryl adapted this quilt collage from a Laura Heine pattern and used Kaffe Fasset fabric flowers and
colorful details.
“Exploding Star” by Martha Ferreira
Martha fell in love with this star. The quilt is paper-pieced using the freezer paper method.
“Mariachi Dancers” by Lorraine Owen
The dancers on the interior of the quilt were done with reverse appliqué. The border is a wonderful
display of appliqué using batik fabrics. Hand beading was also used to further enhance the quilt.
“Twirling Batiks” by Elizabeth Phinder
This quilt was designed for the Henry Glass fabric company for their booth at the International Quilt
Market. It was there to showcase a new fabric line.
“My Heart is in Arizona” by Carrie Casto
Carrie designed this quilt with the help of her kids for their wedding quilt based on a Sew Kind of
Wonderful Saguaro.
“Dragonflies” by Carol Grimes
These wonderful dragonflies are from a JoAnn Hoffman pattern called Dance of the Dragonflies.
“Queen of Diamonds” by Barbara Stein
Pink Door Fabrics created this English paper-pieced pattern using fabrics designed by Tula Pink. This
was a 12-month Block of the Month started in 2023 and finish in 2024
“Duck, Duck, Goose” by Babara Merkel
Barbara loves making children’s quilts. This pattern made her smile and she just had to make it.
COMPANY STORE
If you are planning on attending the TBQ August 11th meeting, come prepared to shop at The Company Store!! We have a swath of brand new donations that are ready for you to feast your eyes on and comb through so you can find that pile of material and/or those quilting items you’ve been looking for or not even knew you were looking for! The prices will amaze you, as always, and we look forward to seeing you have fun as you shop to your heart’s delight! See you August 11!!! Pam Jones, Chair
RETREAT-LITE summer session
Thank you to all twenty-four ladies who participated in our summer RETREAT LITE held June 30th and July 1st. A productive two days were spent together completing projects, building skills, sharing ideas/patterns, and munching on healthy and not-so-healthy snacks!
This RETREAT LITE program was designed to give our members an opportunity to come together and sew, stitch, and share. SAVE THE DATE! Our next retreat will be in the fall on Monday, October 20th and Tuesday, October 21st. We will meet once again at the Trinity Presbyterian Church in Prescott. SIGN UPS WILL TAKE PLACE AT OUR SEPTEMBER AND OCTOBER GENERAL MEETINGS. Watch for details in future website updates. The cost remains $15.00 for the two day retreat.
As my time as President of the Thumb Butte Quilters’ Guild comes to a close, I want to say what a true honor and delight it’s been to serve this vibrant, creative, and generous group of quilters. From our monthly meetings to our workshops, outreach, and stitch-filled laughter, each one of you has left a special stitch in the quilt of my heart. I’ve grown as a quilter and as a person thanks to your encouragement, spirit, and boundless creativity.
Now, it’s time to pass the baton — or should I say, the rotary cutter — to our new President, Jamie Davis! Jamie brings not only talent and leadership, but also a bright energy that’s going to guide our Guild into an exciting new chapter. With her awesome board by her side, I know the Guild will continue to thrive, stitch by stitch, project by project. You’re in fantastic hands, and I can’t wait to see what’s next.
Before I go, a huge round of applause for the amazing team effort that made this year’s Quilt Show such a smashing success! From setup to takedown, raffle tickets to ribbon placements, every single person helped create a celebration of quilting that made our whole community proud. Thank you for trusting me with this role — and for making it so joyful. I’ll still be around, just with a little less paperwork and a little more sewing time!
Coco Alaniz, Past President
incoming president’s message
I am extremely blessed…
for all the friendship and support I have received since I became a member of ths enthusiastic guild. When I think back on how I first met several members outside selling water, on a hot day, in June 2021 during the outside/inside Covid Quilt Show on the Courtyard, I had no idea how rewarded personally one could be. At that brief informal encounter, I knew Thumb Butte Quilt Guild was the guild for me. I joined in August 2021. From starting the Accuquilt Group, to being Chair for Community Service, volunteering, and assisting with the Quilt Shows the rewards that have come from being of service have been unmeasurable.
The talent and friendship are only part of why this quilt guild surpasses the groups I had in many other states I have lived in.
With a fantastic group of gals on the Executive Board and wonderful Committee Members there is no doubt this will be an outstanding year. It will be a year to enjoy friendship groups, help with community service, create beautiful quilts to share at show and tell and start thinking and prepping for the quilt show in 2027. The benefits of being a member or a guest is a privilege to an array of creative, talented and enjoyable speakers at our monthly meetings. It’s never too late to start learning something new.
I look forward to serving as your President and excited to see you all at the August meeting.
Jamie Davis, President 2025-2026
MEMBERSHIP
Thank you to everyone who paid their dues by the due date of June 15th! You really helped out the membership team to get our 2025/2026 membership directory updated and off to the printer! Cross your fingers that they will be printed by our next meeting.
If you didn’t get a chance to pay your dues, no worries. Just drop it off at the membership table at the next meeting and we will be sending out monthly directory updates to get you included.
We had 2 members join at our June meeting. Give a friendly hello to Judi Kimbrell and Joan Fedirko at our next meeting!! Welcome new members!
Dawnell, Alicia and Shelli – Membership Team
hostesses
If you cannot attend the meeting when it is your turn to be a hostess by bringing a treat, please arrange to trade with someone. Plan to arrive early for setup and stay for cleanup.
July hostesses are Nancy Lefler, Dani Lerberg, Fran Leslie, Susan Lewis, Anne Marston, Patty McClearn, Joan McGivern, Sheryl McLain, Barbara Merkel and Sandy Mitchell.
birthdays
celebrants – When it’s your birthday month, bring a wrapped gift suitable for a quilter, something you would like to receive, with a value of at least $10
Happy July birthdays to Patty Gerlitz, Cheryl Peterman, Melanie Korzep, Kim Keogh, Sue Parks, Gretchen Delaney, and Karen Varela.
community service
Handmade Hugs
For the 2024-2025 fiscal year, a total of 805 items were donated to the following organizations:
1. Yavapai Birthing Center – 350 burp cloths and 178 receiving blankets
2. Gentiva Hospice Center – 13 quilts
3. Prescott Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation Center – 130 quilts|
4. LA Fire Victims – 12 quilts
5. Prescott HS National Honor Society – 32 blankets
6. Blankets 4 Kids – 45 quilts
7. TBQ Marketplace & Quilt Show – 45 quilts
The next meeting of the Handmade Hugs group will be on August 2, 2025 at 9:00 AM at the Stoneridge Community Center.
Sheryl Goddard – Community Service Co-Chair
quilt show
First of all I want to THANK all of the Committee Chairs everyone did a spectacular job!
Next I want to thank all of the members who took extra time to help at the show. And provided their beautiful quilts.
I want a special thanks to the husbands and son who supported TBQ by hauling all of the equipment to and from the show. Then helped build and tear down the show.
Because of our membership, this show was a GREAT SUCCESS! This show will provide the resources to hire educational presenters in the coming year.
Thanks again to all.
Wow — what an amazing meeting we had! A huge THANK YOU to everyone who attended and for your patience as we navigated through Rob Appell’s energetic, inspirational whirlwind of a presentation! He was on fire and honestly, I couldn’t bring myself to stop him after an hour — my apologies for going over time , but let’s be real — HE WAS WORTH IT!
His classes were just as fun and empowering! We all left feeling like “Yes, we CAN do it!”
Looking ahead… mark your calendars!
Our Quilt Show is coming up June 13 & 14 at Prescott High School — it’s going to be amazing, and we need everyone’s help to make it shine!
Quilt Registration Extended!
Thanks to the fabulous Carrie Casto (not Castro! ), we’ve extended quilt registration by TWO MORE WEEKS! So let’s get ‘er done!
It’s also time to vote for your incoming guild officers! Please join us in supporting:
Jamie Davis – President
Deb Johnson – VP
Judith Dobke – Treasurer
Dana Swain & Holly Purdom – Sharing Secretary duties
Also, a bittersweet note — our beloved and hardworking Sharla Peterson will be stepping down from her role in Marketplace. We are SO grateful for everything she’s done! If you or someone you know can fill her shoes (size: FABULOUS ), please reach out!
Presidential Challenge Quilts
Reminder: these need to be registered in order to be displayed at the show! If you handed them off to me and they haven’t been registered yet, swing by the shop and we’ll do it together!
Let’s keep the energy high and the stitches strong — can’t wait to see all your beautiful quilts and smiling faces!
Happy sewing, Coco Alaniz, President
membership
Wow! What a great meeting in May with lots of members showing up to hear Rob Appell’s inspiring quilt journey. We had 14 guests and 6 people join.
Make sure to welcome our new members at the next meeting!
Sue McIlwain, Maureen Romano, Toni Castle-Buss, Karen Pizzuto, Connie Sieh(rejoin) and Kay Donald.
We currently have 172 members and 112 have paid their dues for next year. Paying early really helps us get the directory complete and out on time, so if you have not had a chance to pay please plan on dropping off your $35 check at the next meeting. If you can’t make it, just drop it in the mail and send to:
Thumb Butte Quilters Guild
PO Box 3457
Prescott, AZ 86302
See you in June! Dawnell, Shelli and Alicia – Membership Team
hostesses
If you cannot attend the meeting when it is your turn to be a hostess by bringing a treat, please arrange to trade with someone. Plan to arrive early for setup and stay for cleanup.
June hostesses are Gretchen Delaney, Cathy Horneman, Sherri Hubbs, Debbie James, Deb Johnson, Pam Jones, Shirley Kelliher, Kim Keogh, Jenne Kern, Raene Kinion, Deena Knight, Melanie Korzep, Barbara Krit, Iris Lacey, Nancy Lande, and Gayle Lee.
birthdays
celebrants – When it’s your birthday month, bring a wrapped gift suitable for a quilter, something you would like to receive, with a value of at least $10
Happy June birthdays to Cynthia Falzone, Kate Parsons, Dawnell Muecke, Alicia Czuzak, Kay Wentworth, Gayle Lee, Pauline Saskowsky, Cathy Day, Debbie James, and Carrie Casto.
retreat lite returns
Thank you all for your enthusiastic enrollment in our upcoming two-day sewing retreat. We have 24 seats to fill and I took 22 reservations at our May general meeting. If you would like to get your name on the roster, please contact Dana Swain. I will also take sign-ups at the June general meeting should there be any further openings left at that time. This retreat is a “sew-in” of sorts ~ we meet at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Prescott on June 30 and July 1 for the opportunity to work on sewing projects, share ideas, techniques, stories, and general silliness! The time each day is 8:00 to 5:00 and the cost is $15.00. The guild provides the space to sew, ironing and cutting stations, design walls, and some tools. You will need to provide your own sewing machines, some of your favorite tools, your own projects, and your own lunch and drinks. Participants are encouraged to bring a snack to share as well.
Questions? Call or email Dana Swain
QUILT SHOW 2025
Last Minute Quilt Show Reminders..
When and where is the 2025 TBQ Quilt Show? Friday and Saturday, June 13-14 at Prescott High School Gym,1050 Ruth Street
What are the show hours? Friday 9-5:00 and Saturday 9-4:00
Do I have to pay to attend the quilt show? Yes…$5 entry fee is good for both days and a raffle ticket for a vendor prize which are given each hour
What time does set up happen? 7:00 Thursday at the Ponderosa Mini Storage, 555 6th Street, for trucks and trailers and set up begins at the high school at 8:30
What time does tear down happen? 4:00 on Saturday…not a minute earlier
Do I have to label/sleeve my quilts? Yes please…see the instructions in the envelope you receive from registration for the details and there is sleeve info on the TBQ website
When/where do I submit in my quilt? Bring your quilt to the high school gym, labeled and sleeved…ready to go…on Thursday between 8:30-Noon…registration is directly to your right thru the main gym doors…please follow all instructions in your registration envelope
When/where do I pick up my quilt? Between 4:30-6:00 on Saturday in the registration area…please don’t take down your quilt from the show area…there are people for that task
Is there an activity for kids to do at the quilt show? YES! There will be an “I SPY” game for younger children…they can pick up the game at the admissions desk and receive a prize when they finish
What do I wear to the quilt show? Wear your quilt show t-shirt (if you have one) quilt show pin, name tag, and apron…there will be t-shirts for sale at the admission desk
Do I have to bring an apron? You can bring your own or Pat made aprons you can pick up at the admissions table…a great place to keep your phone, white gloves and all the $$$ you’ll spend at the show:)
Do I have to carry white gloves? Yes, please…this way if a guest would like to see the back of a quilt you can turn it over for them to see
Will there be food trucks? Yes
What time can I shop at the marketplace? The marketplace will open on Friday at 9:00 for EVERYONE. They will not be equipped for early sales or lay-away prior to Friday at 9AM.
Will there be prizes for the favorite quilts? Each guest will receive a VIEWER’S Choice ballot to vote for their 3 favorite quilts…ribbons for the top 10 quilts will be presented at the July general meeting
What day and time is the small quilt silent auction? Friday the auction closes at 3:00 and the 2nd auction is on Saturday and closes at 3:00
What time does the Gift Basket raffle end? Saturday at 3:15
What time will the winner of the Opportunity Quilt be drawn? Drum roll please…Saturday at 3:30!
Does everyone have to volunteer for at the show? Oh YES please…many hands make light work and being a volunteer is a GREAT way to learn about the show and meet or get to better know your fellow guild members! Whether you donate items for the marketplace or donate your time at the show, we hope everyone participates in some shape or form.
Hello Quilty Friends, What an exciting month it’s been! A huge thank you to Martie Winkelman for her absolutely delightful and inspiring trunk show of amazing wearables. Every piece was a work of art, and we so appreciate you sharing your creativity and talent with us!
Also, a big shoutout to Carrie Casto—NOT Castro!—for not only sharing her beautiful work but for stepping up and recruiting helping hands for our Handmade Quilts Day on Tuesday, April 15th. Your dedication keeps our guild moving forward, one stitch at a time.
Looking ahead, we are thrilled to welcome Rob Appell in May! Rob will be teaching on Monday afternoon following our regular meeting at Trinity Presbyterian Church, and again on Tuesday. If you haven’t signed up yet, don’t wait—his classes are sure to be a treat!
And yes… the countdown is on! Our Quilt Show is just around the corner, and it’s time to get those quilts registered. All the details can be found on our website, and of course, Carrie Casto (remember, not Castro!) is available to help with any questions. This includes the Nursery Rhyme Presidential Challenge Quilts. Let’s plan on a Show N Tell in June.
As the days get warmer, don’t forget to stay hydrated—we’ve got lots of PIGs (Projects In Grocery sacks!) and WIPs to tackle!
Stay happy and keep on sewing, Coco Alaniz, President
membership
Hi Everyone! We had 89 people attend our April meeting and 8 guests came to enjoy Marti’s awesome trunk show. Let’s also welcome our 2 new members who joined after the presentation, Lorin Franco and Susan Henry!
At the May meeting we will be collecting the $35 yearly dues for the 2025/2026 year. Check or cash is welcome, but honestly checks are the easiest form of payment. You can just drop the check off at the membership desk and you don’t have to wait for a receipt! We had 33 members renew at the April meeting and hope that we get the rest in May. If you won’t be at the next meeting or want to pay now, you can make out your $35 check to TBQ and put 2025/2026 dues in the memo field and mail to:
Thumb Butte Quilters Guild
PO Box 3457
Prescott, AZ 86302-3457
Thank you and see you at the next meeting!
Dawnell, Alicia and Shelley, Membership Team
hostesses
If you cannot attend the meeting, when it is your turn to be a hostess by bringing a treat, please arrange to trade with someone. Plan to arrive early for setup and stay for cleanup.
May hostesses are Patti Gerlitz, Cheryl Giovenco, Marie Gniazdowski, Sheryl Goddard, Shelley Graham, Terry Grenier, Molly Haney-Burleigh, Sharon Harris, Liz Hart, Kim Hastings, and Pamela Hengeveld.
birthdays
celebrants – When it’s your birthday month, bring a wrapped gift suitable for a quilter, something you would like to receive, with a value of at least $10
Happy May Birthdays to Sheryl Townsend, Diana Atkins, Marie Gniazdowski, Angela Smith, Gayle Deboom, Cathi O’Neill, and Suzy Davidson.
quilt show
TBQ members: we need you!!! Our 2025 quilt show is June 13 and 14. Here are some ways you can help!
QUILT REGISTRATION: We need your beautiful quilts to display. Register your quilt by May 15th by clicking on this link
We are asking your support in helping to reach our fundraising goals by donating a basket to be raffled off at our Quilt Show on June 13th and 14th . We constantly see evidence of your talent and we’re confident you can showcase your creativity in a basket.
Here are just a couple of ideas for baskets – Self-care Gardening Pet Lovers Arts and Crafts Kid’s Activity
We would like to have your basket by May 15th if possible. If you are unable to bring it to a meeting, please contact us and we can pick it up. Thanks so much for your support.
Shelli Leffert and Judith Dobke, Chairs
“RETREAT LITE” RETURNS
Once again, we welcome you to join our two-day “RETREAT LITE” coming again on Monday, June 30th and Tuesday, July 1st. Our RETREAT LITE program offers a no-frills sewing space for our members to gather together to sew, sing, stitch, and smile. The retreat will again be offered at the Trinity Presbyterian Church in Prescott from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM each of the two days. The cost remains the same at $15.00.
SIGN UPS will be taken at the May and June General Meetings. Please come with your cash or check payable to TBQG to secure your spot. We have only twenty-four chairs to fill and they go fast! Look for Dana Swain sitting along the edge of the meeting space ready to take your reservation!
A huge thank you to everyone who attended Dora Cary’s incredible trunk show. Wasn’t she just so inspiring? And to those who had the chance to take her class—what a blast! I know you came away with new skills, creative energy, and plenty of fresh ideas.
Looking ahead, I’m excited to share that next month we’ll have the pleasure of seeing our very own Martie Winkelman present her amazing wares at her trunk show. You won’t want to miss it!
And get ready for May, because Rob Appell will be joining us with some fabulous classes you’ll definitely want to sign up for. Be sure to check the TBQG website for all the details and registration info.
📢 Quilt Show Reminder: We’re just three months away! Have you prepared your quilts for submittal? The entry form deadline is April 15, so be sure to complete it on time. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Carrie Casto for assistance.
🔹 Heads-up: To shake things up a bit, the April Board meeting will be held on Monday, March 31 at 9:30 AM at Prescott Quilt Works.
I look forward to seeing you all on Monday, April 14 for another inspiring gathering.
Until then—keep on sewing!
Warmly,
Coco, President
mEmbership
Hi everyone! We had 99 members and 2 guests at our March meeting. I think everyone really enjoyed Dora Carey’s presentation.
We will start accepting 2025/2026 $35 dues in April at our next meeting and would prefer checks if possible, made payable to TBQ!
See you in soon!
Dawnell, Alicia and Shelli, Co-Chairs
hostesses
If you cannot attend the meeting, when it is your turn to be a hostess by bringing a treat, please arrange to trade with someone. Plan to arrive early for setup and stay for cleanup.
April hostesses are Lola Dyroy, Karen Eads, Carolyn Edwards, Norma Enfield, Cynthia Falzone, Martha Ferriera, Lydia Figueroa, Betty Foley, Judy Frost, Stephanie Fullerton, Janet Friedrich, and Shirley Fox.
birthdays
celebrants – When it’s your birthday month, bring a wrapped gift suitable for a quilter, something you would like to receive, with a value of at least $10
Happy April Birthdays to Annette Raithel, Susan Sweet, Lois Doerr, Christi Weedon, Cathy Horneman, Elizabeth Phinder, and Linda Trudeau.
quilt show
TBQ members: we need you!!! Our 2025 quilt show is June 13 and 14. Here are some ways you can help!
QUILT REGISTRATION: We need your beautiful quilts to display. Register your quilt by May 15th by clicking on this link
We are asking your support in helping to reach our fundraising goals by donating a basket to be raffled off at our Quilt Show on June 13th and 14th . We constantly see evidence of your talent and we’re confident you can showcase your creativity in a basket.
Here are just a couple of ideas for baskets – Self-care Gardening Pet Lovers Arts and Crafts Kid’s Activity
We would like to have your basket by May 15th if possible. If you are unable to bring it to a meeting, please contact us and we can pick it up. Thanks so much for your support.
Shelli Leffert and Judith Dobke, Chairs
community service
Adult Center Display
The new display of quilts has been hung at the Prescott Adult Center on Rosser Rd. The theme is “Eclectic Quilts.” The quilts exhibit a variety of quilting techniques for the public to enjoy.
When I dropped the quilts off to be hung, I observed someone taking a picture of one of the quilts that was about to be replaced. And, when I came back to take pictures of the new display, there were three ladies in a serious discussion about one of the new quilts and remarking about much time and effort must go into making a quilt. The staff regularly tells me how much the visitors enjoy our quilts.
I want to give a big THANK YOU to the ladies who have been participating in this community service project. Maybe next time you can offer one of your quilts to be shown and, if you have family or friends in town, this is a good place to show it off in our mini quilt show!
Maryann Conner, Adult Center Chair
“Lovely Peacock” by Kristine White
This is a wonderful example of a One Block Wonder. The Peacock panel is surrounded by hexagons that were cut
from 6 additional Peacock panels. The hexagons are meticulously arranged around the panel to enhance the quilt.
“My Flower Garden” by Olivia Turnham
Olivia found this pattern in a magazine in 2015 and spent long hours hand stitching the 31 flowers (about 280
hexagons). All were hand stitched and the quilt is also hand quilted. A true labor of love.
“Stars upon Stars” by Dawnell Muecke
Dawnell made and quilted this quilt in 2023. She loves quilts with stars and this has an abundance of stars and
colors.
Quilt #4 – “Abstract Mountains” by Suzy Davidson
This pattern taught straight rows then turned on point. Suzy decided to do an abstract mountain to valley scene
which, she found, was not the right choice for this technique. She had to line the blocks on her design wall, label
them, sew them in order and then turn them. She concluded that it’s best to read the directions before you start.
“Storm at Sea” by Sandy Mitchell
Sandy was intrigued by the Storm at Sea pattern that appears to have curves but are actually straight pieces. Her
choice of batiks combines for a beautiful quilt.
“Waves of Glory” by Arleen Morris
This pattern by Annette Ornelas was pieced and quilted by Arleen on a domestic machine. As part of her seasonal
quilt display, it graces her home’s entry hall annually from Memorial Day through Independence Day and then
through Labor Day.
“Opportunity Quilt” Owner: Carolyn Edwards
This pieced quilt was made by members of the Lonesome Valley Quilt Guild in Prescott Valley as a fund raiser.
Carolyn bought her tickets and was the lucky winner and she is happy to share it with you.
“Urban Owls” by Sheryl Goddard
This delightful quilt is a Wendy Williams pattern that Sheryl has interpreted using these bright and whimsical
fabrics. She used freezer paper appliqué and paper piecing quilt techniques to create this wonderful quilt.
“White Tail Buck” by Dawnell Muecke
Dawnell made and quilted this quilt. She used the paper piecing technique. The face of the buck alone has over 200
pieces of fabric. As you can imagine, deciding fabric colors and placement takes a lot of time and patience.
“Stars” by Suzy Davidson
This was a one-day mystery quilt. A bright color grouping was selected for the center and the black and white; then
Suzy added the colored stars and quilting.
Wow! What a fantastic February meeting! A huge thank you to all who attended—it was a full house, and Jean Impey did not disappoint! Her boundless energy, creative spirit, and that signature humor of hers made for an unforgettable Trunk Show. I don’t know about you, but I left feeling inspired and ready to dive into new projects! For those lucky enough to take her Fabulous Faces and Spider Web classes, I hear they were an absolute blast—and yes, I was in the Spider Web class, so if you need me, I’ll be finishing my masterpiece.
Now, let’s talk about what’s coming up—because TBQG is keeping the creativity rolling!
Mark your calendars for our March 10th meeting, where we welcome the talented Dora Cary from Orange Dot Quilts! She’s bringing us a fresh wave of inspiration and will be teaching her Fusible Appliqué class on Tuesday, March 11. If appliqué has ever intimidated you, Dora is just the person to make it fun and approachable. All the details—fee, supply list, and registration—are on the website, so check it out!
Retreat Lite is here! If you missed the first session on February 24 & 25, don’t worry—two more are scheduled for 2025! These smaller, more intimate retreats are the perfect way to recharge, stitch, and connect with fellow quilters. Contact Dana Swain or visit the website for details.But wait—there’s more!
Quilt Camp is back and better than ever! Join us for four days of quilting fun from March 24-27. Expect great food, exciting prizes, and the chance to tackle those PIGs (Projects in Grocery Sacks), get your Quilt Show entries finished, or—let’s be honest—start something totally new! Because why not?! For more details, reach out to Cathy Day.And let’s not forget the Presidential Challenge—those Baby Quilts aren’t going to make themselves! Let’s get them stitched up and ready to share some warmth and love.
There’s so much happening, and I’d love to tell you all about it, but you already know where to find the details—the website! So hop on over and stay up to date.
Keep those needles moving and those sewing machines humming!
Happy Stitching!
Coco Alaniz, President
membership
What a fun meeting we had in February, with Jean Impey. 99 members were able to enjoy her lively presentation! In addition, we had 1 member rejoin and 4 new members decided to join.
Please welcome, Pam Miller, Eva Olip, Holly Purdum, Rose Bohren and Kate Browne
Dawnell, Alicia and Shelli, Membership Team
hostesses
March hostesses are Mary Ellen Coe, Maryann Conner, Jeanne Corrigan, Linda Craig, Alicia Czuzak, Dawn Davidson, Suzy Davidson, Jamie Davis, Cathy Day, Nan DeChant, Gayle DeBoom, Judith Dobke, Lois Doerr, Dianna Dunn, and Mary Vaughan.
If you cannot attend the meeting, when it is your turn to be a hostess by bringing a treat, please arrange to trade with someone. Plan to arrive early for setup and stay for cleanup.
birthdays
celebrants – When it’s your birthday month, bring a wrapped gift suitable for a quilter, something you would like to receive, with a value of at least $10
HAPPY MARCH BIRTHDAY TO KIM HASTINGS, DEB JOHNSON, BARB SAIA, BARBARA KRIT, NAN DECHANT, TERRY PURKABLE, GINNY BELLECI, KATHLEEN SPRY, MARY ELLEN COE, NORMA ENFIELD, AND PAM CALHOUN.
COMPANY STORE
Hello TBQ members and anyone else who😉 “marches” on over to our guild meeting in 🍀March! PLEASE bring your $5 (AND MORE😄 if you please!) to have fun filling a grocery bag(that we provide for you)and everything you can fill in that bag will only cost you $5!!!! AND you can fill as many bags as you want! AND please fill them up on March 10 in the back of our meeting room as you come visit us in The Company Store!! See you then!
What an amazing Quilt Show Kickoff we had! Let’s give a HUGE round of applause to our VP Deb Johnson and her all-star team of Coaches. Every station was staffed to perfection with an unbeatable mix of defensive and offensive strategies. Touchdown for teamwork! The energy in the room was electric, and it’s clear—we are all fired up for this year’s quilt show. Let’s keep that momentum going!
And how about the PIGs (Projects in Grocery Sacks) activity? Wasn’t that a blast? If you ended up in a tie, well, buckle up, buttercup—it looks like we’ll be tackling both projects! My PIG pile just got taller, but hey, what’s a little extra quilting work among friends?
For those of you lucky enough to attend Jamie’s AccuQuilt Demonstration, wasn’t it a game-changer? Educational, inspiring, and oh-so-enlightening—now we’re all dreaming of owning one of those magical machines! Huge thanks to Jamie and Angela for your hard work and expertise. You nailed it!
And speaking of excitement, mark your calendars for February—we’re thrilled to welcome Jean Impey! Her Faces class is already sold out (no surprise there!), but don’t worry—there are still a few seats left for her Spider Web class. Don’t wait—call Kathleen Bond to snag your spot before it’s too late.
Thank you all for your incredible flexibility and resiliency. Together, we’re unstoppable! Now, let’s roll up our sleeves and tackle those PIGs, and don’t forget about the President’s Challenge—a nursery-inspired baby quilt. I can’t wait to see your creativity shine!
See you all bright and early on February 10, 2025, at 9:30 AM. Be sure to arrive at the Elks early to grab a great seat—we’ve got another fantastic meeting ahead!
Yours in stitches and smiles, Coco Alaniz, President
MEMBERSHIP
Hi Everyone! We had 3 visitors to our January meeting and one of the visitors already joined! Welcome, Rose Bliss! We are excited to have you be a part of our guild.
We currently have 157 members. See you at the next meeting!
Dawnell, Alicia and Shelli, Membership Team
HOSTESSES
February hostesses are Jeanie Braheme, Jessica Brothers, Carol Brownlow, Sari Butler, Phyllis Byrnes, Pam Calhoon, Gerry Carr, Debby Casali, Carrie Casto, Faith Chaney, David Charity, Trish Charity, Marylou Clemmons, and Olivia Turnham.
If you cannot attend the meeting, when it is your turn to be a hostess by bringing a treat, please arrange to trade with someone. Plan to arrive early for setup and stay for cleanup.
birthdays
celebrants – When it’s your birthday month, bring a wrapped gift suitable for a quilter, something you would like to receive, with a value of at least $10
Happy February Birthdays to Dianna Dunn, Dani Lerberg, Cheryl Giovenco, Fran Leslie, Betty Foley, Pat Noel,Marti Winkelman, Sally Thomas, Mike Boyle, Jeanne Corrigan, Kathy Oppelt, Susan Lewis, Maryann Conner, Sherri Hubbs, Mary Scherer, Cheryl Bouquet, and Carol Brownlow.
community service
Handmade Hugs Donations
● As of December 2024, the following donations have been made:
○ Yavapai Birthing Center – Bibs 170 and Receiving blankets 108
○ Gentiva Hospice – 13 quilts
○ Good Samaritan Recovery Center – 57 quilts
○ Prescott High School No Sew Blankets 32
○ Blankets-4-Kids – 35 quilts
Jamie Davis, C0-Chair
RETREAT-LITE 2025
RETREAT LITE RETURNS IN FEBRUARY
Thank you all for your enthusiastic sign-ups at the January general meeting. We successfully filled 23 of the 24 spots! Should you wish to get registered, please email or phone Dana Swain. I will also keep a waiting list of interested sewists as we do have cancellations from time to time.
For those who did sign up, you will receive an email document from me closer to our February 24th & 25th dates outlining the logistics.
Looking forward to another fantastic gathering,
Dana Swain, Chair
QUILT CAMP 2025
Exciting news! Our four-day quilt camp will run Monday, March 24 through Thursday, March 27. We will be at the Trinity Presbyterian Church on Park in Prescott. The cost is the same as last year, $125. It includes lunch and snacks every day. We always have a wonderful time. You need to sign up by the March guild meeting. Bring your cash or check to the February or March meeting. We will have sign up sheets at the meeting. We look forward to seeing you all. We are going to have a great time. For more information, contact Cathy Day.
Hello TBQ Guild Members, 
Origami Bag (requirements below)
Block Example 
General layout example
A Farewell with Gratitude and Joy
Hello, Fabulous Quilters!
See you then!